by John McNamara, marketing director, Raceway Park

Toledo, OH — This past Saturday night at Raceway Park was not just another day at the races. This night was all about raising money for a very important organization that helps the Toledo community every day.

Due to the efforts of their staff, and the generosity of their patrons, Raceway Park will be presenting a check to The Victory Center of Toledo at their office in the amount of $1,558 on Thursday, Sept. 24, at 10:30 a.m. This money was raised as part of the Mildred Williams International Driving Series, which held the 22nd leg of the 27 race series here in Toledo.

The Victory Center is a non-profit, local Toledo cancer wellness center and is the only organization of its kind in the Northwest Ohio area. Lora Johnson of The Victory Center explains what they provide.

“We believe that cancer patients and their families can benefit from non-medical programs and services in addition to their medical treatment. Our sole purpose is to nourish and comfort the body, mind and spirit during the fight against cancer.”

Services include massage therapy, exercise, yoga classes, individual and group support functions, all free of charge. They have designed programs to meet the needs of the newly diagnosed as well as those who have lived with cancer for a long time.

This is the third year that Raceway Park has teamed up to benefit The Victory Center as a part of the Mildred Williams International Driving Series. Mildred Williams wasn’t the first female harness driver, but she did battle for the rights of women in the sport. Although Mildred passed away just over a year ago at the age of 92, her spirit and determination will live on wherever this series goes.

The Victory Center is located at 5532 W. Central Ave. Suite B, Toledo, OH 43615; 419-531-7600; www.thevictorycenter.org